Living

A round this time of year, millions of Canadians are leafing through seed catalogues or browsing through seed racks in garden centres.

I f you are longing for a return to the good old days, be prepared for some mighty chilly weather. Winter in Coquitlam in the early part of the last century was certainly colder than we know it today, with an annual average of 58 cm of snow .

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

G ung Hay Fat Choy - Feb. 2 is the start of Chinese New Year. Also known as the Lunar New Year, this festival is celebrated in many Asian countries, including Japan, Korea and Vietnam. This year, we begin the Year of the Snake.

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

P ort Coquitlam has had a strong sense of community throughout its history. And the strength of any community, similar to a mighty oak tree, is found in solid roots.

Y ou really don't have to be an expert to prune fruit trees. All it takes is a little common sense and a few helpful hints.

Almost everyone makes New Year's resolutions at some point in their lives. Many Canadians at the start of each year resolve to eat better and become more physically active.

Following are some ongoing activities in the Tri-Cities for which you might want to sign up: Saturday hikes leave from Rocky Point at 9:30 a.m. Info: [email protected].

C ombine a penchant for a clean home and an aversion to strong smells and what do you get? Me. I am that silly person who can't even enjoy her newly cleaned home.